MODAL VERBS

 

MODAL VERBS

S.No	Modals	Functions	Examples
1	CAN	Is used to express ability, possibility, doubt or request	I can run very fast. He can come with us.
2	COULD	Is used to express ability in past, permission, or possibility	Could you say it again? I could run faster when I was younger.
3	MAY	Is used to express future possibilities or permission	May I come in? They may go tomorrow.
4	MIGHT	Is used to express past possibility or permission	I might go home tonight. He might have read book before go to sleep.
5	SHALL	Is used to express future plans, suggestions or intention	Shall we go to the shop? Shall I open the door?
6	SHOULD	Is used to express advice, recommendations or expectation	You should learn English. You should be ready.
7	WILL	Is used to express certain predictions, desires, or promise	It will be cold tomorrow. I will do my best in the exam.
8	WOULD	Is used to express willingness, invitation or past habit	I would be happy to assist. Would you come again?
9	MUST	Is used to express necessity, obligation or logical conclusion	I must finish my homework by today.
10	OUGHT TO	Is used to express strict recommendations or moral obligation	You ought to apologize for your mistake.

When should you use opposite words?

 

When should you use opposite words?

When it comes to word choice antonyms should be used whenever you want to convey contrasts, clarify meaning, or add depth to your expression. Here are some situations when using opposite words is particularly appropriate:

• Clarifying meaning: Use opposite words to simplify or refine the meaning of a concept or idea. For example, if you want to emphasize the difference between two options, contrasting their opposites can help provide transparency.
• Expressing emotions: Opposite words are effective in expressing emotions and feelings, especially when you want to highlight contrasts in mood or attitude.
• Describing characteristics: When describing people, objects, or situations, antonyms can be used to illustrate differing characteristics or qualities—for example, two coworkers who are conversely lazy and motivated.
• Providing directions: Employing opposite words to provide directions or describe spatial relationships is also useful. For example, when giving instructions on how to navigate, contrasting directions, such as up and down or left and right, can be helpful.
• Creating contrast: You can also employ opposite words to create contrast and tension in creative writing, storytelling, argumentation, or artistic expression. These words help engage an audience and evoke an emotional response.
• Problem-solving: Lastly, antonyms can also help when assessing alternatives or contrasting ideas or solutions. When faced with a problem, considering opposites allows people to explore different approaches and evaluate their merits against one another.

• AUTHOR

  Dr L Suresh

  Assistant Professor of English

  Sri Ramakrishna Mission Vidyalaya College of Arts and Science

  Coimbatore - 641020

  Contact: 9944138137

  e-mail ID: sureshenglit@rmv.ac.in

Connect with Real Enjoyment

                                           The Art of Laziness

      Delete them. Delete them all. If any app distracts you, it should be deleted. For most, it would be video games. Once they open the game, they waste 15 minutes before realizing it. Relaxation is not bad. Everyone should relax as much as they like, but video games aren’t built for relaxation. They consume much mental energy, so you are even more tired after playing. There are better ways to relax. For instance, engaging in physical activities like yoga or a brisk walk can rejuvenate both the mind and body. Reading a book, listening to music, or practicing mindfulness can also provide a sense of calm and relaxation without the mental fatigue that video games often bring. It’s important to find activities that truly help you unwind and recharge, rather than those that leave you feeling more drained. By choosing healthier relaxation methods, you can improve your overall well-being and productivity.

Do this right now:

 Open your phone and review all the apps and games you waste your time on. Delete them. If you need them later, you can always download them again. This simple thing will at least save you from wasting 30 minutes every day.

 

 

Tiny Habits That Will Change Your Life

 A word that contains a synonym inside it is called a Kangaroo word.

Masculine  

Chicken

Honorable

Blossom

Separate

 

Tiny Habits That Will Change Your Life

“Habits are the compound interest of self-improvement” – James Clear

1. Master the art of listening

          If you want to have great conversation you first have to master your listening skills. Listening is so important in communication.

If we’re not listening actively, we can’t understand the next person.

2. Read two pages a day

Reading can be one of the best habits anyone can build. Reading every day has many benefits.

3. Do at least one activity outside

Make sure you do at least one activity outside your home. Be in nature’s fresh air and some have sunlight on your face.

4. Master a skill that you like

If you are good at any skill you must master that skill so that it can benefit you in the future.

The future is for those who have built some skills.

5. Get up early in the morning

Early mornings could be a great start for your work. Your productivity level will be on pick in the morning. 

What are opposite words?

 

What are opposite words?

Antonyms embody so much more than mere opposites. The term antonym comes from antonymy, which is a technical term for words that have contradictory meanings.

Unlike synonyms or words that mean similar things, opposite words stand in contrast to one another and offer a way to express opposing ideas, qualities, or attributes.

Antonyms are words that have opposite meanings. They represent contrasting ideas or concepts within language, such as happy and sad or hard and soft.

At their core, antonyms are indispensable rhetorical tools in both spoken and written discourse for several reasons.

For one, antonyms facilitate clarity, precision, and sophistication in communicating. They enable us to articulate subtleties of meaning and convey complex concepts with clearer context.

Take this sentence for example: What unites us is stronger than what divides us. Here, the two opposites (divide and unite) work in contrast to express opposing states of a community. Their clear distinction provides nuance and poetic flair to the sentence.

Secondly, antonyms encourage critical thinking and can help with problem-solving. In various contexts, including education, science, and decision-making, identifying opposites can clarify different options, making it easier to assess alternatives.

AUTHOR

Dr L Suresh

Assistant Professor of English

Sri Ramakrishna Mission Vidyalaya College of Arts and Science

Coimbatore - 641020

Contact: 9944138137

e-mail ID: sureshenglit@rmv.ac.in